Renowned Bollywood filmmaker Aditya Chopra wanted to cast Hollywood star Tom Cruise for the main role of Raj Malhotra in his debut movie ‘Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge.’
Indian media reports revealed that Chopra had planned to on casting the Hollywood superstar for the role eventually immortalised by Shah Rukh Khan.
The project aimed to be unique, with the heroine portrayed in a traditional Indian style and the hero in a Western style, which is why Aditya considered Tom Cruise for the part.
However, according to Indian media, Cruise demanded a large sum of money, which the production house couldn’t afford at that time.
As a result, Chopra’s father, renowned filmmaker Yash Chopra, suggested a change in the story to focus on a Hindu family settling abroad.
Following this advice, the blockbuster movie ended up starring Shah Rukh Khan in the lead role.
Released in 1995, “Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge” became one of the most successful films of Yash Raj Films and Bollywood, featuring Shah Rukh Khan alongside Kajol.